From time to time we find ourselves unable to resist the urge to offer up some fantastic deals on motorcycle rentals and some of our tours. On those occasions, we list our extra special deals on bikes and tours around Australia in the sections above. You might even find a fantastic one way motorbike tour that takes your fancy, just take a look through what we've got on offer at the moment by selecting an option above.

Melbourne to Tasmania and Melbourne Loop

The best of Tasmania's untamed wilderness and convict heritage blended highlights of the fascinating scenery, invigorating riding and world renowned national parks of the south of Victoria. Add a brief sojourn into New South Wales to experience the brilliant alpine wonders of the Snowy Mountains , all topped off with the Great Ocean Road. Epic.

14 DAYS12 NIGHTS

3,616km

SEPTEMBER TO APRIL

AU$ 4,090

Great accommodation for two people. Typically in 3 1/2 or 4 star resorts, hotels or bed & breakfast establishments.

The motorcycle of your choice. We've a wide selection to choose from, something to suit every taste and experience level.

A detailed itinerary crammed full of information about the best places to visit, and interesting background information.

Digital map links sent out to you in advance so you can explore the route before you arrive, plus guidance on the best riding routes to take each day.

The ferry crossing from Melbourne to Tasmania is not included in the cost of the tour. We can organise a quote for you if needed.

Two nights are spent undertaking the crossings to and from Tasmania on the ferry. This is why the tour is listed as 14 days and 12 nights.

We can adjust this tour to match your preferences, timescale and motorcycle "must-do" lists. Simply ask us and we'll get it sorted!

GPS / sat-nav units are not included in the basic tour price but can be added if required. Where supplied, the GPS units cannot be pre-programmed with your self guided tour unfortunately. For an explanation why, click here.

A loop around Melbourne taking in the spectacular Snowy Mountains and Victoria Highlands, riding through the stunning Grampians National Park and then along the world famous Great Ocean Road. A week that's hard to beat!

The world famous Great Ocean Road is just the beginning! Experience the Grampians National Park, Victoria Highlands, epic Snowy Mountains and the intricate New South Wales coast, before relaxing in the welcoming embrace of Sydney.

Dip into the wild and rugged regions of Tasmania as a contrast to the sophisticated delights on offer in Melbourne and Sydney. Ride the Great Ocean Road, experience national parks, fascinating coastlines and twisting mountain riding. Not a bad way to spend a fortnight!

Probably the best biking route in Australia, no, definitely the best. The Great Ocean Road sets the tone. Mountains, twisting alpine passes, lush vineyards and mysterious rainforest all blend together to create an unforgettable 14 days.

Ride almost 5,000km of some of the most varied landscapes you can find in Australia. From the Great Ocean Road through verdant National Parks, to the stark beauty of the Nullarbor Plain and the intricate coastline of the south west. Something for everyone, and something everyone should do.

The twisting delights of the Great Ocean Road blend into a ride through the very centre of Australia. The Flinders Ranges, Coober Pedy, the world Famous Uluru [Ayers Rock] and more! A true outback experience, with the balmy delights of tropical Darwin waiting to help you celebrate in style.

Start with the best, the Great Ocean Road, then carry on like that for 28 days. Experience the finest of what the east coast has to offer. National parks, towering mountain ranges, intricate coastline rides, Sydney, the list goes on and on...

Melbourne to Tasmania and the Melbourne Loop Self Guided Tour

This tour combines the astounding scenery, riding roads and heritage of Tasmania, with some of the main alpine highlights on offer in New South Wales. You'll sweep high into the Snowy Mountains and blast along through smoothly meandering curves in the Victoria Highlands, before the icing on the metaphorical motorcycle cake, the Great Ocean Road! Throw in the natural spectacle of the Grampians National Park and a chance to relax in Melbourne, then these two weeks rapidly become the best way to spend a fortnight!

First port of call in Tasmania, quite literally in fact is Devonport. Home to the terminal for the 'Spirit of Tasmania I and II' ferries, Devonport is a congenial port town that provides everything you could need to start your motorcycle tour off in style.

Head north-west along the old coast road out of town for unrivalled views of the Bass Strait you just crossed on the ferry.

The Bay of Fires, an eye wateringly beautiful region of Tasmania

Dolphin at the Bay of Fires

The Bay of Fires
The Bay of Fires was thusly named by Captain Tobias Furneaux in 1773, when he spotted numerous fires along the coast which led him to believe the country was more densely populated than it actually turned out to be.

These days it's more likely to be referred to as the Bay of Barbeques, as the prevalence of pristine, almost eye-wateringly white beaches, turquoise ocean and soothing climate, make this the ideal spot to relax, cook up some food and savour the atmosphere.

Boating, bird watching, camping, swimming, snorkelling and a wide range of other activities mean there's plenty to see and do, along with revelling in the beach lifestyle. It makes for one fantastic coastline to ride along too.

Freycinet National Park
Mid way up the east coast is this easily overlooked sliver of Tasmania, if it weren't for the thin isthmus of land connecting it to the rest of Tassie, Freycinet would be an island by now. Whilst it would be easy to shoot straight past, revelling in the fantastic riding offered by the eastern coastal road, a short detour to visit the natural wonder that is Wineglass Bay is well worth it.

Wineglass Bay
in Freycinet National Park, Tasmania - A more perfect beach you'll be hard pressed to find!

The near perfect swath of sand at Wineglass Bay has earned it the accolade of one of the top ten beaches in the world, as voted by several travel authorities and this motorcycle traveller alike. There's plenty of fishing, boating, sea kayaking and rock climbing for those feeling energetic, and the spectacular pink feldspar and granite mountains known as 'The Hazards' provide a pleasant contrast to all the beach on offer.

Port Arthur
Have you been speeding on your motorcycle? I certainly hope not, as you might well end up in a place like Port Arthur. A place like it perhaps, but the only way to get into this particular ancient convict settlement now is to take a tour like everyone else.

Port Arthur, Tasmania

Port Arthur is an almost absurdly appropriate place for a penitentiary. The peninsula where the settlement is located, is only attached to the mainland by a 30m wide stretch of land known as Eaglehawk Neck. A formidable speed bump in any escape plans, but a great route to ride in on!

The guards and convicts may be long gone, but the atmosphere and fascinating history linger. The museum, historic buildings, informative displays, harbour cruise to the 'Isle of the Dead' and simply the setting itself, all provide an intriguing insight into what life must have been like for those convicts and soldiers alike, unlucky enough to be sent there.

Hobart
State capital of Tasmania and second oldest city in Australia, Hobart is strongly influenced by its maritime roots. It boasts a waterfront location to rival that of Sydney, the Tasman Bridge playing the part of the Harbour Bridge with considerable aplomb. Dominating every view of the skyline from within the city is Mount Wellington, towering to 1,271m above sea level it casts a watchful eye over the city below. The many hiking trails in the area provide an opportunity to get off the bike and stretch the legs, if you're feeling up to that thousand or so metres of course! There's always something going on in Hobart, so much so that you might find it hard to drag yourself away but trust us, there's plenty more to experience on this tour.

Hobart as seen from Lindisfarne Bay, Tasmania

National parks offer some great riding!

Mount Field National Park
Founded in 1916 this is Tasmania's oldest national park, and was the last refuge of the now reportedly extinct Tasmanian Tiger or Thylacine. Reportedly extinct because, well, there are so many places to hide in Tasmania's lush wilderness and more remote areas, that you never really know what you might happen across on a motorbike tour! Easy access to some spectacular waterfalls, rainforest and great camping makes this a popular day stop on the way to the town of Strahan.

Strahan and the West Coast
Riding through part of the 'Tasman World Heritage Area', the landscape formed by the dolerite and quartzite mountains offer up some serious scenery and provide some equally serious rapids for those interested in spending some time bouncing around in a raft rather than sampling the delights of the Lyell Highway.

There are plenty of options available for exploring the mysterious national parks of Tasmania. Where the bike can't take you, others will!

The only road through the area, the Lyell Highway twists and turns, rises and falls as it threads a sinuous route through the epic landscape, providing some fantastic riding through unsurpassed scenery.

You may be loathed to clamber from your faithful steed, but trust us, it's worth investigating the national parks in the surrounding area on a more intimate level. One option is a cruise from Strahan, a relaxed approach to exploring this captivating World Heritage Area. We can help organise anything you'd like to try, simply ask us.

Cradle Mountain - Lake St Claire National Park
Another national park! Anyone would think Tasmania was covered in the things, but that's not so far from the truth really. Cradle Mountain is the place you've probably heard of before, the place everyone wants to see, and for good reason.

Cradle Mountain - Lake St Claire National Park, Tasmania

The iconic Tasmanian Devil

Iconic is one word that aptly describes the national park, the area literally embodies the state of Tasmania in one easily absorbed visit. Cradle Mountain itself, rising up from behind Dove Lake with its unmistakable outline, forms the epicentre in the astounding collection of natural wonders on offer.

Explore the pristine alpine landscape and encounter some of the many endemic varieties of animals that call the park their home, wallabies, quolls, wombats, possums, echidnas and the infamous Tasmanian Devil can all be found within the confines of the park; if you're lucky you might just spot some.

After sampling the very best of Tasmania's natural heritage and fascinating wildlife, it's time to return over the Bass Straight and experience some of the finest alpine scenery and riding that Australia has to offer.

Snowy Mountains
Epic alpine scenery in Australia? You bet! Most people don’t realise that Australia has more ski runs than Switzerland, but a ride through this area will soon set the record straight. Although mostly recognised for its winter sports, 'the Snowies', as the area is affectionately known, is a playground for those looking for something different and adventurous motorcyclists alike.

The Snowy Mountains offer up some invigorating roads for some fantastic motorcycle riding

Twist through the atmospheric alpine forests, sweep along the winding mountain roads and drink in the fantastic scenery. Whilst you’re having so much fun, don’t forget to stop for lunch at one of the seasonal alpine towns along the way, or pause for a rest on the shores of one of the many pristine snow fed lakes.

Fascinating places abound in the Snowy Mountains, especially for those that love the great outdoors!

Victoria Highlands
New South Wales has the Snowy Mountains and Victoria has the Highlands. A more relaxed alpine environment than the Snowies, but don’t be fooled, there are plenty of thrilling roads to ride and more breathtaking scenery to provide a great backdrop.

Wide open plains framed by rolling hills and jagged mountain peaks, the road stretching far into the distance meandering gently as it weaves through small settlements and tiny communities.

The Victoria Highlands offers a more relaxed approach and some epic scenery to ride across

With such unrestricted views all around, there’s plenty of time to prepare for the corners, revel in the experience and then gaze about at the intricate beauty beyond the perfect ribbon of asphalt you’re speeding along.

Friendly towns in the Goldfields

Goldfields
Returning to Melbourne via the Goldfields region of Victoria to take in the quaint, old fashioned towns of Castlemaine and Daylesford, with their brilliant bakeries and cafes. It's unsurprisingly Australia's premier gold heritage region, although the chances of you making a fortune are fairly slim it's enough just to admire the grand street-scapes and historic architecture. A welcome chance to prepare yourself for the excitement yet to come...exploring the Grampians National Park and riding the Great Ocean Road!

The Grampians National Park
After riding along the Great Ocean Road you'll turn north towards the ancient hills of the Grampians National Park. This area of granite highlands is jam packed with wildlife, superb lookouts and beautiful waterfalls. The visitor centre at Halls Gap can provide all the information you'll need for getting the best out of your time there and will give you a great overview of the area, ensuring you get to see everything you want during your visit.

By the time you've ridden the roads in the park, taken a short walk to the two main lookouts and perhaps trekked to the base of one of the thundering waterfalls, you'll need at least a half day to absorb what's on offer, but will probably long to spend more time lost in the atmosphere of the national park.

The Baroka lookout in the Grampians National Park. Great views and even better riding!

The Great Ocean Road
Famous as one of the most scenic coastal drives in the world, words can't describe the wonderful scenery and amazing riding on this 280km stretch of road on the fringes of Melbourne, but we'll try anyway.

The world famous Great Ocean Road, Victoria - Named for good reason

As soon as your wheels hit asphalt, you'll realise just how special the Great Ocean Road really is. The route twists and turns, hugging the picturesque cliffs as it winds a sinuous path along the coast. Curve after sweeping curve are seamlessly stitched together, almost purposely designed to give maximum enjoyment to any motorcycle riders that are lucky enough to be there.

There are plenty of small coastal towns to stop for a break and a coffee, serving up fantastic ocean lookouts along with the great refreshments. The lovely Otway Ranges provide a lush backdrop to the quaint towns when the road darts inland away from the coast. It takes longer than you might expect to ride along this gem of a road, there's simply so much to see.

The 12 Apostles along the Great Ocean Road in Victoria. Hard to miss when you're on a motorcycle!

Take a walk in the temperate rainforest at Maits Rest, try and spot that iconic Aussie creature the Koala in the trees above, visit the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, the Grotto, London Bridge, The Arch the list goes on and on! Don't forget to watch the road as well as the spectacular views though!

Koalas call the Great Ocean Road home

Every motorcyclist should ride this road at least once in their life!

Melbourne
A bustling, cosmopolitan city with loads to see and do. Whilst you might be a little sad after realising that you've come to the end of this incredible motorcycle tour, the 'Cultural Capital of Australia' will do its very best to make you feel welcome. Plenty of superb restaurants offering great meals, shopping, parks and an easy to use tram system make touring the city a breeze.

Not quite as much fun as riding a motorcycle along the Great Ocean Road, but at least a close second.

If you fancy taking advantage of some of what Melbourne has to offer when you arrive back, why not let us organise a few extra nights accommodation for you at a superb city centre hotel? Just ask!